In Dubai, Exinity and VT Markets secured licenses to offer CFDs in the region.
US-based proprietary trading firm MyFunded Futures plans to obtain a full Introducing Broker license.
Exinity and VT Markets secure licenses in Dubai
eToro opens 24/5 trading on the top 100 US stocks
In this week’s roundup of key industry developments, eToro,
the publicly listed Israeli fintech firm, launched 24/5 trading for 100 of its most popular U.S. stocks, to enable users to buy and sell shares, including
names like Mastercard, Snap, and Alphabet, outside regular market hours, Monday
through Friday.
All order types remain available during extended sessions.
The company also announced plans to introduce tokenized shares and spot-quoted
futures (SQFs) as part of its broader product expansion.
eToro joins a growing list of retail brokers offering extended-hours trading, which allows users to trade 100 U.S. stocks 24 hours a day,
five days a week.
While not a new feature in the industry, 24/5 trading has
become increasingly common as demand rises from investors in Asia and other
regions seeking access to U.S. equities outside regular market hours.
However, limitations remain. The U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) has previously warned that trading outside standard
hours can involve reduced liquidity, wider bid-ask spreads, or even a lack of
price quotes.
Robinhood crypto revenue falls
Robinhood’s crypto revenue fell sharply in Q2 2025, dropping to $160 million from $252 million in the previous quarter—a 36.5% decline. Despite the slowdown, the company pointed out that crypto revenue nearly doubled compared to the same period last year.
This was the second consecutive quarter of declining crypto revenue for Robinhood, after peaking at $358 million in Q4 2024.
The company has attributed the decline to fluctuating trading volumes, and CEO Vlad Tenev has emphasized efforts to reduce reliance on crypto by diversifying the platform’s revenue streams.
XTB’s profit rises amid plans to add physical crypto
Meanwhile, XTB, the Polish retail broker, reported revenue of PLN 580 million (USD 150.8 million) in Q2 2025, matching its performance from the previous quarter. Despite flat revenue, pre-tax profit rose by 11.2% to PLN 260.7 million (USD 67.8 million), supported by lower costs.
Net profit came in at PLN 216.1 million (USD 56.2 million), according to preliminary results.
Total expenses dropped 7.2% to PLN 292.9 million (USD 76.2 million), with marketing spend falling by about 13% to PLN 123 million (USD 32.0 million), even as the broker maintained campaigns across Europe.
The Polish broker also announced plans to expand its product lineup by introducing physical cryptocurrencies and options. It currently offers crypto trading through contracts for differences (CFDs).
According to the FCA registry, AETOS gave up its
authorisation last month and is no longer permitted to offer regulated products
or services. The broker also filed a "Solvency Statement" with
Companies House, an action typically associated with corporate restructuring or
capital reduction.
From 27 June, these firms no longer need to submit certain
details, including information on individual adviser complaints. While the FCA is looking to streamline regulation, market
behavior often appears driven more by sentiment than hard data.
This is evident in recent market trends, such as Spain’s
recovery, which reflects a shift in investor mood rather than a sudden
improvement in economic fundamentals.
A screenshot of details of Exinity and VT Markets on SCA's website
VT Markets operates under its own name, while Exinity runs
multiple brands, including FXTM. Exinity, owned by Andrey Dashin, no longer
lists the Alpari brand as part of its group, which now holds only a Comoros
licence.
MyFunded Futures' licensing bid
In the prop trading space, US-based prop firm MyFunded Futures is planning to become a fully licensed Introducing Broker regulated by the NFA and CFTC. The move is aimed at leading the company’s brokerage setup and registration process.
Despite these plans, MyFunded Futures is not yet listed in the NFA’s BASIC database under either “MyFunded Futures” or “MyFunded,” indicating that registration is still in progress.
More numbers: CFI Financial, Capital.com's results
CFI Financial reported a record $1.51 trillion in trading volume for the second quarter of 2025, more than half of its total 2024 volume
of $2.79 trillion. The sharp increase highlights rising interest in retail
trading during a period of heightened market activity.
The surge coincided with volatility triggered by
tariff-related announcements from U.S. President Donald Trump, which several
brokers described as some of their busiest trading days. IG Markets also saw
elevated client activity in April and recently reported record annual results.
In the U.S., this strain could worsen under Donald Trump’s
proposed energy policies, which may prioritize fossil fuels and scale back
green energy incentives.
While air conditioning and household appliances have long
been blamed for high summer energy costs, the rapid growth of AI use is now a
major factor.
eToro opens 24/5 trading on the top 100 US stocks
In this week’s roundup of key industry developments, eToro,
the publicly listed Israeli fintech firm, launched 24/5 trading for 100 of its most popular U.S. stocks, to enable users to buy and sell shares, including
names like Mastercard, Snap, and Alphabet, outside regular market hours, Monday
through Friday.
All order types remain available during extended sessions.
The company also announced plans to introduce tokenized shares and spot-quoted
futures (SQFs) as part of its broader product expansion.
eToro joins a growing list of retail brokers offering extended-hours trading, which allows users to trade 100 U.S. stocks 24 hours a day,
five days a week.
While not a new feature in the industry, 24/5 trading has
become increasingly common as demand rises from investors in Asia and other
regions seeking access to U.S. equities outside regular market hours.
However, limitations remain. The U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) has previously warned that trading outside standard
hours can involve reduced liquidity, wider bid-ask spreads, or even a lack of
price quotes.
Robinhood crypto revenue falls
Robinhood’s crypto revenue fell sharply in Q2 2025, dropping to $160 million from $252 million in the previous quarter—a 36.5% decline. Despite the slowdown, the company pointed out that crypto revenue nearly doubled compared to the same period last year.
This was the second consecutive quarter of declining crypto revenue for Robinhood, after peaking at $358 million in Q4 2024.
The company has attributed the decline to fluctuating trading volumes, and CEO Vlad Tenev has emphasized efforts to reduce reliance on crypto by diversifying the platform’s revenue streams.
XTB’s profit rises amid plans to add physical crypto
Meanwhile, XTB, the Polish retail broker, reported revenue of PLN 580 million (USD 150.8 million) in Q2 2025, matching its performance from the previous quarter. Despite flat revenue, pre-tax profit rose by 11.2% to PLN 260.7 million (USD 67.8 million), supported by lower costs.
Net profit came in at PLN 216.1 million (USD 56.2 million), according to preliminary results.
Total expenses dropped 7.2% to PLN 292.9 million (USD 76.2 million), with marketing spend falling by about 13% to PLN 123 million (USD 32.0 million), even as the broker maintained campaigns across Europe.
The Polish broker also announced plans to expand its product lineup by introducing physical cryptocurrencies and options. It currently offers crypto trading through contracts for differences (CFDs).
According to the FCA registry, AETOS gave up its
authorisation last month and is no longer permitted to offer regulated products
or services. The broker also filed a "Solvency Statement" with
Companies House, an action typically associated with corporate restructuring or
capital reduction.
From 27 June, these firms no longer need to submit certain
details, including information on individual adviser complaints. While the FCA is looking to streamline regulation, market
behavior often appears driven more by sentiment than hard data.
This is evident in recent market trends, such as Spain’s
recovery, which reflects a shift in investor mood rather than a sudden
improvement in economic fundamentals.
A screenshot of details of Exinity and VT Markets on SCA's website
VT Markets operates under its own name, while Exinity runs
multiple brands, including FXTM. Exinity, owned by Andrey Dashin, no longer
lists the Alpari brand as part of its group, which now holds only a Comoros
licence.
MyFunded Futures' licensing bid
In the prop trading space, US-based prop firm MyFunded Futures is planning to become a fully licensed Introducing Broker regulated by the NFA and CFTC. The move is aimed at leading the company’s brokerage setup and registration process.
Despite these plans, MyFunded Futures is not yet listed in the NFA’s BASIC database under either “MyFunded Futures” or “MyFunded,” indicating that registration is still in progress.
More numbers: CFI Financial, Capital.com's results
CFI Financial reported a record $1.51 trillion in trading volume for the second quarter of 2025, more than half of its total 2024 volume
of $2.79 trillion. The sharp increase highlights rising interest in retail
trading during a period of heightened market activity.
The surge coincided with volatility triggered by
tariff-related announcements from U.S. President Donald Trump, which several
brokers described as some of their busiest trading days. IG Markets also saw
elevated client activity in April and recently reported record annual results.
In the U.S., this strain could worsen under Donald Trump’s
proposed energy policies, which may prioritize fossil fuels and scale back
green energy incentives.
While air conditioning and household appliances have long
been blamed for high summer energy costs, the rapid growth of AI use is now a
major factor.
In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
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In this video, we take an in-depth look at @BlueberryMarketsForex , a forex and CFD broker operating since 2016, offering access to multiple trading platforms, over 1,000 instruments, and flexible account types for different trading styles.
We break down Blueberry’s regulatory structure, including its Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), as well as its authorisation and registrations in other jurisdictions. The review also covers supported platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, Blueberry.X, and web-based trading.
You’ll learn about available instruments across forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto CFDs, along with leverage options, minimum and maximum trade sizes, and how Blueberry structures its Standard and Raw accounts.
We also explain spreads, commissions, swap rates, swap-free account availability, funding and withdrawal methods, processing times, and what traders can expect from customer support and additional services.
Watch the full review to see whether Blueberry’s trading setup aligns with your experience level, strategy, and risk tolerance.
📣 Stay up to date with the latest in finance and trading. Follow Finance Magnates for industry news, insights, and global event coverage.
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Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness CMO Alfonso Cardalda on Cape Town office launch, Africa growth, and marketing strategy
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
Exness is expanding its presence in Africa, and in this exclusive interview, CMO Alfonso Cardalda shares how.
Filmed during the grand opening of Exness’s new Cape Town office, Alfonso sits down with Andrea Badiola Mateos from Finance Magnates to discuss:
- Exness’s marketing approach in South Africa
- What makes their trading product stand out
- Customer retention vs. acquisition strategies
- The role of local influencers
- Managing growth across emerging markets
👉 Watch the full interview for fundamental insights into the future of trading in Africa.
#Exness #Forex #Trading #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #Finance #FinanceMagnates
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom handle sensitive updates that may affect a brand?
How does the Finance Magnates newsroom handle sensitive updates that may affect a brand?
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the approach: reaching out before publication, hearing all sides, and making careful, case-by-case decisions with balance and responsibility.
⚖ Balanced reporting
📞 Right of response
📰 Responsible journalism
#FinanceMagnates #FinancialJournalism #ResponsibleReporting #FinanceNews #EditorialStandards
Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, explains the approach: reaching out before publication, hearing all sides, and making careful, case-by-case decisions with balance and responsibility.
⚖ Balanced reporting
📞 Right of response
📰 Responsible journalism
#FinanceMagnates #FinancialJournalism #ResponsibleReporting #FinanceNews #EditorialStandards
Executive Interview | Kieran Duff | Head of UK Growth & Business Development, Darwinex | FMLS:25
Executive Interview | Kieran Duff | Head of UK Growth & Business Development, Darwinex | FMLS:25
Here is our conversation with Kieran Duff, who brings a rare dual view of the market as both a broker and a trader at Darwinex.
We begin with his take on the Summit and then turn to broker growth. Kieran shares one quick, practical tip brokers can use right now to improve performance. We also cover the rising spotlight on prop trading and whether it is good or bad for the trading industry.
Kieran explains where Darwinex sits on the CFDs-broker-meets-funding spectrum, and how the model differs from the typical setups seen across the market.
We finish with a look at how he uses AI in his daily workflow — both inside the brokerage and in his own trading.
Here is our conversation with Kieran Duff, who brings a rare dual view of the market as both a broker and a trader at Darwinex.
We begin with his take on the Summit and then turn to broker growth. Kieran shares one quick, practical tip brokers can use right now to improve performance. We also cover the rising spotlight on prop trading and whether it is good or bad for the trading industry.
Kieran explains where Darwinex sits on the CFDs-broker-meets-funding spectrum, and how the model differs from the typical setups seen across the market.
We finish with a look at how he uses AI in his daily workflow — both inside the brokerage and in his own trading.
Why does trust matter in financial news? #TrustedNews #FinanceNews #CapitalMarkets
Why does trust matter in financial news? #TrustedNews #FinanceNews #CapitalMarkets
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, in a world flooded with information, the difference lies in rigorous cross-checking, human scrutiny, and a commitment to publishing only factual, trustworthy reporting.
📰 Verified reporting
🔎 Human-led scrutiny
✅ Facts over noise
According to Yam Yehoshua, Editor-in-Chief at Finance Magnates, in a world flooded with information, the difference lies in rigorous cross-checking, human scrutiny, and a commitment to publishing only factual, trustworthy reporting.
📰 Verified reporting
🔎 Human-led scrutiny
✅ Facts over noise
